“Karan is a visionary. Disney is a very traditional brand and in his time here, he has pushed the innovation within the entire organization. He is a true leader. He is a fantastic partner to the Account Team and our clients trust him wholly. That type of creative leadership is hard to find. His dedication to the craft makes the work better (and more fun). ”
About
Karan Dang is the CEO & co-founder of DANG, a pioneering brand consultancy specializing…
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Overheard was already a beloved brand when I started working with them. I simply helped them land a more expansive definition of themselves, which…
Overheard was already a beloved brand when I started working with them. I simply helped them land a more expansive definition of themselves, which…
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‘Don’t Forget UberEats’ has picked up Integrated Campaign of the Year, Silver at the Ad Age awards.
‘Don’t Forget UberEats’ has picked up Integrated Campaign of the Year, Silver at the Ad Age awards.
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Experience & Education
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Publications
Projects
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Trumpwith.Love
See project"...For those who believe he spews only hate, the Trump With Love site may be a pleasant surprise..." -Adweek
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Boost Mobile's Boost your Voice
See project"Boost Mobile's attempt to provide voting resources for minority communities by providing its retail locations as polling places on U.S. election day." - PSFK, 2016
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Mitsubishi Night Drive
See project"...Mitsubishi is using interactive video and mobile to lure younger buyers to its 2017 Mirage G4..." - Creativity
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UNICEF's Unfairy Tales
See project"...an interactive storybook exploring the plight of a child refugee..." -Fast Company. 2016
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Target's Share the Force (Experiential)
See projectAn interactive experience that let fans use 'The Force'...for real
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Volkswagen's Unleash Your Rrrr
See project"...an incredibly fun digital campaign to promote its Golf R..." -Business Insider, 2015
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Sprint's Cut Your Bill in Half Event
See project"...cut Your Bill in Half Event and believe it or not you can really do just that..." -Forbes, 2014
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World's Longest Virtual Flight
See project"...Contestants had to 'board' a virtual plane through the app and keep tapping a button on the screen..." -Strait Times
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To pee or not to pee
See project"...The public humiliation of the wall started to decrease public urination on the walls..." - Fast Company
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Red Cross Rapid Rescue
See project"...when precious seconds in an emergency can mean life or death, it’s fair to say Rapid Rescue is pretty useful indeed...." -Fast Company, 2012
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HSBC Golf Anywhere
See project"...Grab your phone and take a swing. The world's now your golf course..." - CNET
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SilkAir Explorers
See project"SilkAir Explorers campaign, an online treasure trove of travel journals, created by the travelers themselves" - Condé Nast Traveler
Honors & Awards
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2010
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Spikes Asia "Call for entries"
In-book, The Work (Print) -
2011
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UNIFEM "Unplanned Journeys"
Gold, Young Lions - Singapore (Print)
Red Cross "Rapid Rescue"
Bronze, Young Spikes Integrated competition
SilkAir "Explorers"
Gold, Effie Awards
Silver, Ink Awards (Print Campaign)
Bronze, Spikes Asia (Media)
Shortlists, Spikes Asia (Promo - Activation)
Shortlists, Spikes Asia (Promo - Tourism)
In-book, The Work (Ambient)
Shortlist, Adstars (Print craft)
Gold, Marketing-Interactive Awards (Best integrated…UNIFEM "Unplanned Journeys"
Gold, Young Lions - Singapore (Print)
Red Cross "Rapid Rescue"
Bronze, Young Spikes Integrated competition
SilkAir "Explorers"
Gold, Effie Awards
Silver, Ink Awards (Print Campaign)
Bronze, Spikes Asia (Media)
Shortlists, Spikes Asia (Promo - Activation)
Shortlists, Spikes Asia (Promo - Tourism)
In-book, The Work (Ambient)
Shortlist, Adstars (Print craft)
Gold, Marketing-Interactive Awards (Best integrated campaign)
SilkAir “Boarding Pass”
Silver, Spikes Asia 2011 (Design)
Berocca "Battle of Wits"
In-book, The Work (Print)
21 Finalist, Adstars (Print/Poster)
Best Print of the week, BestadonTV.com -
2012
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Digital Agency of the Year, Creative Circle Awards
Red Cross "Rapid Rescue"
Best of show, Creative Circle Awards (Across all categories)
Grand Prix, Creative Circle Awards (Digital)
Grand Prix, Adstars International Awards (Mobile)
Gold, Creative Circle Awards (Mobile - Location based app)
Gold, Creative Circle Awards (Mobile - Public Service)
Shortlist, Cannes Lions 2012 (Mobile)
Finalist, YoungGuns Award (Digital)
Silver, Spikes Asia (Mobile)
Silver, Spikes…Digital Agency of the Year, Creative Circle Awards
Red Cross "Rapid Rescue"
Best of show, Creative Circle Awards (Across all categories)
Grand Prix, Creative Circle Awards (Digital)
Grand Prix, Adstars International Awards (Mobile)
Gold, Creative Circle Awards (Mobile - Location based app)
Gold, Creative Circle Awards (Mobile - Public Service)
Shortlist, Cannes Lions 2012 (Mobile)
Finalist, YoungGuns Award (Digital)
Silver, Spikes Asia (Mobile)
Silver, Spikes Asia (Direct)
Silver, Creative Circle Awards (Direct)
Silver, Adstars (Mobile)
Bronze, Adstars (Mobile)
Shortlist, Spikes Asia (Media - Public Service)
Shortlist, Spikes Asia (Media - Mobile Devices)
Crystal, Adstars (PR)
Crystal, Adstars (Promo - Public Service)
Crystal, Adstars (Direct - Mobile)
Crystal, Adstars (Direct - Public Service)
Crystal, Adstars (Outdoor)
Mobile Of The Day Award, FWA
Faultless Heavy Starch's "Table Cloth"
Shortlist, Cannes Lions 2012 (Outdoor)
SilkAir “Boarding Pass”
Silver, Ad Fest (Design)
Bronze, Adstars (Design)
HSBC "Brave new world"
Silver, Ink Awards (Print Campaign) -
2013
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Red Cross "Rapid Rescue"
Nomination, INDEX: AWARDS 2013, Copenhagen (Innovation that improves life)
Gold, Clio Awards (Mobile)
Gold, Clio Awards (Direct)
Gold, Adfest (Direct)
Silver, London International Awards (Digital)
Silver, Adfest (Mobile)
Silver, Adfest (Promo)
Bronze, Effies (Public Service)
Finalist, Adfest (Innova Lotus)
To pee or not to pee
Bronze, Adstars (Promo)
WWF "Water Wars"
Bronze, Young Lions - Singapore (Print) -
2015
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Volkswagen "Unleash your Rrrr"
Nominated, Cutting Edge Project of the Year, FWA/Adobe
Cutting Edge Project of the Week, FWA/Adobe
Site Of The Day Award, FWA
Top 5 of the week, Creativity
Best Interactive of the week, BestadsonTV.com
Top 5 of the week, Fast Company
Editor’s pick, Creativity X 2
Featured, Google Creative Sandbox -
2016
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Volkswagen "Unleash your Rrrr"
Winner, Webby Awards (Best Use of Online Media)
Winner, AICP Award (Website)
Silver, Andy Awards (Digital)
Bronze, One Show (Branded Entertainment)
Gold, The A-List Awards Hollywood (Interactive)
Merit, One Show (Websites)
Merit, One Show (Website Design)
Merit, One Show (Innovation - Websites)
Merit, One Show (Innovation - Advertising)
Merit, One Show (Innovation In Direct)
Merit, One Show (Microsites)
Merit, One Show (Use of…Volkswagen "Unleash your Rrrr"
Winner, Webby Awards (Best Use of Online Media)
Winner, AICP Award (Website)
Silver, Andy Awards (Digital)
Bronze, One Show (Branded Entertainment)
Gold, The A-List Awards Hollywood (Interactive)
Merit, One Show (Websites)
Merit, One Show (Website Design)
Merit, One Show (Innovation - Websites)
Merit, One Show (Innovation - Advertising)
Merit, One Show (Innovation In Direct)
Merit, One Show (Microsites)
Merit, One Show (Use of Technology)
Shortlist, Cannes Lions (Direct)
Shortlist, Cannes Lions (Cyber)
Volkswagen "Beetle Denim Road"
Print Ad of the Week, Lürzer's Archive
Best Print of the week, BestadsonTV.com
UNICEF's Unfairy Tales Interactive
Shortlist, Cannes Lions (Digital Craft)
Site Of The Day Award, FWA
Mitsubishi "Night Drive"
Editor’s pick, Creativity
Site Of The Day Award, FWA
Best Interactive of the week, BestadsonTV.com -
2017
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Creative Innovator, 180LA, Adage
A-List Standout, 180LA, Adage
Boost Your Voice
Integrated Grand Prix, Cannes
Promo Grand Prix, Cannes
Titanium , Cannes
Gold, Cannes (Entertainment)
Gold, Cannes (Outdoor)
Silver, Cannes (Direct)
Silver, Cannes (Promo)
Campaign of the Year, AdAge/Creativity
Best Experiential, AdAge/Creativity
Gold, One Show (Experiential)
Silver, One Show (Integrated Branding)
Silver, One Show (New Trends)
Bronze, One Show…Creative Innovator, 180LA, Adage
A-List Standout, 180LA, Adage
Boost Your Voice
Integrated Grand Prix, Cannes
Promo Grand Prix, Cannes
Titanium , Cannes
Gold, Cannes (Entertainment)
Gold, Cannes (Outdoor)
Silver, Cannes (Direct)
Silver, Cannes (Promo)
Campaign of the Year, AdAge/Creativity
Best Experiential, AdAge/Creativity
Gold, One Show (Experiential)
Silver, One Show (Integrated Branding)
Silver, One Show (New Trends)
Bronze, One Show (Outdoor Innovation)
Gold, Clios (Brand Design)
Gold, Clios (Branded Content)
Gold, Clios (Branded Entertainment)
Gold, Clios (Direct)
Gold, Clios (Experiential)
Gold, Clios (Outdoor)
Impact Award, D&AD (Diversity & Equality)
Silver, Clios (PR)
UNICEF's Unfairy Tales
Gold, One Show (Craft / Animation)
Bronze, One Show (Short Form - Campaign)
Bronze, One Show ( Online Films)
Bronze, One Show (Craft / Animation)
Merit, One Show (Short Form)
Wood Pencil, D&AD
Expedia's The Only Place
Gold, Cannes (Cyber)
Silver, Cannes (Digital Craft)
Bronze, Cannes (Mobile)
Shortlist, Clios (Digital Technique)
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